Work place: Department of Information Technology, College of Information Sciences and Computing, Central Mindanao University, Philippines
E-mail: jinkymarcelo@cmu.edu.ph
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Biography
Jinky G. Marcelo is currently pursuing Ph.D. studies in Computer Science at De La Salle University, Philippines. She previously earned her degrees in information technology and computer science from Central Mindanao University. She is a faculty member at Central Mindanao University. Her professional publications span diverse areas such as camouflaged image detection, vision-based detection systems, and intelligent tutoring systems. Mrs. Marcelo specializes in object detection models, generative adversarial networks, and educational technology. She is an active member of professional organizations, including the Asia Pacific Neural Network Society and the Computing Society of the Philippines.
By Nathalie Joy G. Casildo Gladys S. Ayunar Jinky G. Marcelo Kent Levi A. Bonifacio
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5815/ijmecs.2026.03.02, Pub. Date: 8 Jun. 2026
This study utilizes the Digital Competence Framework for Educators (DigCompEdu) and machine learning (ML) techniques to evaluate and predict the ICT proficiency levels of public school teachers in Bukidnon. Analyzing a dataset of 1,275 responses and addressing data imbalances, several classification models were evaluated to identify the most reliable predictor of teacher competence. The findings indicate that the majority of teachers currently operate at the 'Integrator' (B1) level. Key predictors of proficiency include skills in online safety, collaborative learning, and the creative use of digital tools. Among the tested algorithms, Random Forest emerged as the most effective model for accurately classifying teacher skill levels. This research provides a data-driven roadmap for educational policymakers, offering actionable insights for designing targeted professional development programs that foster transformative teaching and improved student outcomes.
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